Infinite Future (audio) Castos https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com Infinite Future is a forward-looking innovation series hosted by tech entrepreneur, systems thinker, and Unleashing Abundant Energy author Todd Thomas. The show explores the ideas, technologies, and bold leaders shaping what’s next across every major frontier of human progress. From artificial intelligence and robotics to advanced energy, space technology, biotech, quantum computing, smart cities, and next-generation infrastructure, Infinite Future examines how breakthrough innovation is transforming the way we live, work, build, and think. Todd Thomas brings a unique perspective as a technology innovator and strategic visionary who understands both digital systems and physical infrastructure. Each episode features in-depth conversations with founders, engineers, futurists, scientists, policymakers, and disruptive entrepreneurs who are turning once-impossible concepts into real-world solutions. But Infinite Future goes beyond hype. The series analyzes scalability, ethics, economic impact, and long-term sustainability—connecting emerging technologies to practical implementation and global transformation. This is a show for visionaries, builders, investors, and leaders who believe the future isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we engineer. Infinite Future explores the edge of possibility—and the people bold enough to build it. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:22:27 +0000 en © 2026 https://episodes.castos.com/6754362e2c0834-61544207/images/InfiniteFuture-VOD-1400x1400px.jpg Infinite Future (audio) https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com Infinite Future is a forward-looking innovation series hosted by tech entrepreneur, systems thinker, and Unleashing Abundant Energy author Todd Thomas. The show explores the ideas, technologies, and bold leaders shaping what’s next across every major frontier of human progress. From artificial intelligence and robotics to advanced energy, space technology, biotech, quantum computing, smart cities, and next-generation infrastructure, Infinite Future examines how breakthrough innovation is transforming the way we live, work, build, and think. Todd Thomas brings a unique perspective as a technology innovator and strategic visionary who understands both digital systems and physical infrastructure. Each episode features in-depth conversations with founders, engineers, futurists, scientists, policymakers, and disruptive entrepreneurs who are turning once-impossible concepts into real-world solutions. But Infinite Future goes beyond hype. The series analyzes scalability, ethics, economic impact, and long-term sustainability—connecting emerging technologies to practical implementation and global transformation. This is a show for visionaries, builders, investors, and leaders who believe the future isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we engineer. Infinite Future explores the edge of possibility—and the people bold enough to build it. Juan D Guevara Torres episodic Infinite Future is a forward-looking innovation series hosted by tech entrepreneur, systems thinker, and Unleashing Abundant Energy author Todd Thomas. The show explores the ideas, technologies, and bold leaders shaping what’s next across every major frontier of human progress. From artificial intelligence and robotics to advanced energy, space technology, biotech, quantum computing, smart cities, and next-generation infrastructure, Infinite Future examines how breakthrough innovation is transforming the way we live, work, build, and think. Todd Thomas brings a unique perspective as a technology innovator and strategic visionary who understands both digital systems and physical infrastructure. Each episode features in-depth conversations with founders, engineers, futurists, scientists, policymakers, and disruptive entrepreneurs who are turning once-impossible concepts into real-world solutions. But Infinite Future goes beyond hype. The series analyzes scalability, ethics, economic impact, and long-term sustainability—connecting emerging technologies to practical implementation and global transformation. This is a show for visionaries, builders, investors, and leaders who believe the future isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we engineer. Infinite Future explores the edge of possibility—and the people bold enough to build it. Juan D Guevara Torres juan@nowmedia.tv false https://feeds.castos.com/5d1rv yes <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 07-17-26) Building the Future Through Skilled Trades and Technology]]> Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:22:27 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2536711 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-07-17-26-building-the-future-through-skilled-trades-and-technology On Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas welcomes Austin Park, founder of Visual Installations, to explore commercial signage, physical branding, and the growing importance of skilled trades. They discuss brand consistency, customer trust, blue-collar entrepreneurship, and how AI, automation, and modern systems can improve productivity while preserving essential human expertise.

]]> false On Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas welcomes Austin Park, founder of Visual Installations, to explore commercial signage, physical branding, and the growing importance of skilled trades. They discuss brand consistency, customer trust, blue-collar entrepreneurship, and how AI, automation, and modern systems can improve productivity while preserving essential human expertise.

]]> 00:47:05 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 07-10-26) Patents, AI, and the Future of Innovation]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:14:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2507498 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-06-26-26-dr-julie-burke-on-leadership-healthcare-innovation-patient-cent On this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Dr. Julie Burke to discuss how patents, artificial intelligence, and intellectual property are shaping the future of innovation. They explore the challenges facing the U.S. patent system, AI’s growing role in research and invention, global competition, and why protecting innovation is essential for economic growth and technological leadership.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Intelligence: The Future of Science
  • (00:00:14) - Infinite Future: The Future of Intellectual Property
  • (00:01:43) - No Patent Advice, Just Disclaimer
  • (00:02:16) - Why should innovators care about the patent system?
  • (00:05:27) - China and the Patent Office
  • (00:11:22) - How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing the Way Ideas Are Created
  • (00:18:32) - Will the Patent Office Overreact to Shadow AI?
  • (00:23:14) - Why should Americans focus on innovation policy?
  • (00:26:02) - The Patent Office's role in our nation's competitiveness
  • (00:34:12) - The Future of Innovation
  • (00:34:49) - Intelligent Future: The Next 10 Years
  • (00:38:19) - In the Elevator With Steve Jobs
  • (00:43:21) - Jump to the Front of the Line
  • (00:45:11) - Julie Burke on Innovation and the Patent Office
]]> false On this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Dr. Julie Burke to discuss how patents, artificial intelligence, and intellectual property are shaping the future of innovation. They explore the challenges facing the U.S. patent system, AI’s growing role in research and invention, global competition, and why protecting innovation is essential for economic growth and technological leadership.

]]> 00:47:18 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 07-03-26) Building Authority Through Books in the Age of AI]]> Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:48:29 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2515216 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-07-03-26-building-authority-through-books-in-the-age-of-ai Host Todd Thomas welcomes Stephanie Perucci, founder and CEO of Perucci Publishing, for an in-depth discussion on how nonfiction books can become powerful business assets. They explore storytelling, personal branding, book marketing, direct response strategies, AI’s impact on publishing, and how authors can build trust, authority, and long-term business growth through their books.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Intelligence: The Future of Business
  • (00:00:17) - Inventing the Book: The Future of Business
  • (00:01:26) - How Business Authors Fail to Tell Their Story
  • (00:04:45) - Book Marketing: The Four Corners
  • (00:10:55) - Intelligence: The Future of Technology on NOW Media TV
  • (00:12:30) - How To Write a Book With a Business Plan
  • (00:17:17) - How Do Authors Identify Their Audience?
  • (00:18:37) - How to Sell a Book Instead of Selling the Transformation Behind It
  • (00:20:20) - How direct response marketing is affecting authors' marketing
  • (00:22:57) - Non-Fiction Authors: What's The Future of X?
  • (00:26:34) - Authorial Authority in the Age of AI
  • (00:28:34) - What separates a strong personal brand from a
  • (00:30:20) - How To Become More Visible: Unique Messages
  • (00:32:51) - How Story Affects Business Books
  • (00:34:58) - How to Future Proof Your Authorship
  • (00:36:59) - Intelligent Future: The Future of Technology
  • (00:38:06) - Infinite Future: The Fourth Installment
  • (00:39:03) - Book Cover and Website for Starving for Innovation
  • (00:40:07) - The Website of Direct Response Marketing
  • (00:43:38) - Bookmark Review: Starving for Innovation
  • (00:47:39) - The New York Times best-seller
  • (00:50:50) - Top 10 Books You're Most Proud of
  • (00:52:47) - Red Tsunami
  • (00:55:55) - Intelligent Future: The Future of Now Media
]]> false Host Todd Thomas welcomes Stephanie Perucci, founder and CEO of Perucci Publishing, for an in-depth discussion on how nonfiction books can become powerful business assets. They explore storytelling, personal branding, book marketing, direct response strategies, AI’s impact on publishing, and how authors can build trust, authority, and long-term business growth through their books.

]]> 00:56:17 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 06-26-26) Leading the Next Generation with Purpose and Duty]]> Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2524832 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-06-26-26-leading-the-next-generation-with-purpose-and-duty On Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas speaks with Kaitlin Murdock, founder of Army of Torches and author of The Weight of Duty. They discuss youth leadership, the importance of discipline, accountability, mentorship, and building sustainable leadership through real-world experience. Kaitlin also shares how AI, community partnerships, and practical systems can empower young people to lead with purpose and create lasting impact.

]]> false On Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas speaks with Kaitlin Murdock, founder of Army of Torches and author of The Weight of Duty. They discuss youth leadership, the importance of discipline, accountability, mentorship, and building sustainable leadership through real-world experience. Kaitlin also shares how AI, community partnerships, and practical systems can empower young people to lead with purpose and create lasting impact.

]]> 00:50:20 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 06-19-26) Engineering Decision Advantage with AI]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:23:25 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2499413 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-06-19-26-engineering-decision-advantage-with-ai In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Dr. Allen Badeau, a leading AI strategist, technology innovator, and generative AI evangelist, to explore how organizations can move beyond AI hype and create true decision advantage. Together, they examine why successful AI strategies are not about deploying more tools, but about improving the quality, speed, and reliability of critical decisions.

Dr. Badeau shares insights from his work in commercial, federal, and emerging technology sectors, discussing the importance of transparency, traceability, human oversight, and trust in AI-driven environments. He explains how Harmonic AI’s cognitive agents differ from traditional large language models by combining behavioral modeling, decision algorithms, and advanced AI techniques to act as intelligent decision partners rather than simple conversational assistants.

]]> false In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Dr. Allen Badeau, a leading AI strategist, technology innovator, and generative AI evangelist, to explore how organizations can move beyond AI hype and create true decision advantage. Together, they examine why successful AI strategies are not about deploying more tools, but about improving the quality, speed, and reliability of critical decisions.

Dr. Badeau shares insights from his work in commercial, federal, and emerging technology sectors, discussing the importance of transparency, traceability, human oversight, and trust in AI-driven environments. He explains how Harmonic AI’s cognitive agents differ from traditional large language models by combining behavioral modeling, decision algorithms, and advanced AI techniques to act as intelligent decision partners rather than simple conversational assistants.

]]> 00:50:20 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 06-12-26) Securing AI, Scaling Innovation, and Building Resilient Businesses]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:45:38 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2491325 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-06-12-26-securing-ai-scaling-innovation-and-building-resilient-businesses In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with technology entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert Roland Parker to explore how businesses can successfully adopt artificial intelligence while maintaining security, scalability, and operational resilience. Parker shares practical strategies for implementing AI as a productivity driver across departments, from marketing and finance to construction and operations, while avoiding common pitfalls such as shadow IT, data leakage, and unmanaged AI adoption.

The conversation examines the growing cybersecurity threats facing organizations of all sizes, including ransomware, business email compromise, wire fraud, and AI-powered social engineering attacks. Parker explains why modern businesses must move beyond basic IT support and embrace a comprehensive framework built on zero-trust security, continuous monitoring, disaster recovery planning, and employee training.

]]> false In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with technology entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert Roland Parker to explore how businesses can successfully adopt artificial intelligence while maintaining security, scalability, and operational resilience. Parker shares practical strategies for implementing AI as a productivity driver across departments, from marketing and finance to construction and operations, while avoiding common pitfalls such as shadow IT, data leakage, and unmanaged AI adoption.

The conversation examines the growing cybersecurity threats facing organizations of all sizes, including ransomware, business email compromise, wire fraud, and AI-powered social engineering attacks. Parker explains why modern businesses must move beyond basic IT support and embrace a comprehensive framework built on zero-trust security, continuous monitoring, disaster recovery planning, and employee training.

]]> 00:53:10 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 06-05-26) Juan Guevara on AI, Energy, Media, and Engineering the Infinite Future]]> Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:20:17 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2485428 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-06-05-26-juan-guevara-on-ai-energy-media-and-engineering-the-infinite-fut In this special episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas welcomes Juan Guevara Torres, founder and CEO of Now Media TV, for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, innovation, media transformation, energy infrastructure, and the technologies shaping the decades ahead. Together, they explore why understanding the future requires learning from the past, how AI is already transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, and why individuals and organizations must adapt to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

The discussion examines the profound impact of AI on media, business, education, cybersecurity, and human creativity, while addressing critical questions about ethics, misinformation, deepfakes, and the need for responsible technological guardrails. Juan shares insights from his decades-long career in technology journalism and broadcasting, offering a unique perspective on how innovation, resilience, and adaptability are essential traits for future leaders.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Juan Guevara Torres on Infinite Future
  • (00:07:27) - Intelligent Future: The Future of Business
  • (00:09:08) - Will AI Shape the Future of Your Business?
  • (00:15:16) - Infinite Future
  • (00:15:36) - Infinite Future: Energy Security
  • (00:24:17) - An Abundant Energy Future
  • (00:26:16) - Intelligent Innovation: The Future of Clean Energy
  • (00:30:02) - Intelligence: Looking Ahead With Juan Guevara Torres
  • (00:30:21) - Sustainable Innovation and Energy
  • (00:38:06) - Brain Computer Implant: Will It Download Your Thoughts?
  • (00:43:42) - Ideas for AI in the Future
  • (00:53:48) - Infinite Future
]]> false In this special episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas welcomes Juan Guevara Torres, founder and CEO of Now Media TV, for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, innovation, media transformation, energy infrastructure, and the technologies shaping the decades ahead. Together, they explore why understanding the future requires learning from the past, how AI is already transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, and why individuals and organizations must adapt to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

The discussion examines the profound impact of AI on media, business, education, cybersecurity, and human creativity, while addressing critical questions about ethics, misinformation, deepfakes, and the need for responsible technological guardrails. Juan shares insights from his decades-long career in technology journalism and broadcasting, offering a unique perspective on how innovation, resilience, and adaptability are essential traits for future leaders.

]]> 00:54:02 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 05-29-26) Elliot Parker on the Illusion of Innovation, AI Strategy, and Building Startups That Matter]]> Fri, 29 May 2026 22:41:38 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2478472 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-05-29-26-elliot-parker-on-the-illusion-of-innovation-ai-strategy-and-build In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Elliot Parker, CEO of Alloy Partners, founder of High Alpha Innovation, and author of The Illusion of Innovation. Together, they explore why so many organizations mistake optimization for innovation and how companies can build systems that create real, lasting breakthroughs.

Elliot shares insights from decades of work with startups, corporations, and innovation ecosystems, explaining how large organizations often become trapped by efficiency-driven thinking that limits transformative growth. The conversation examines the rise of AI, the dangers of “innovation theater,” and the critical differences between incremental improvement and market-creating innovation.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Infinite Future: The Illusion of Innovation
  • (00:01:06) - Alloy Partners: In the Elevator
  • (00:01:55) - Signs That Companies Are Not Really Inventing
  • (00:06:19) - What's the Fastest Way to Turn AI into Real Transformation?
  • (00:12:33) - Intelligence: The Future of Innovation on NOW Media TV
  • (00:14:10) - Intelligent Future: Context windows in business
  • (00:15:42) - Incentives in Innovation Programs
  • (00:21:14) - The Atomic Unit of Innovation
  • (00:23:26) - Intelligent Future: The Need for Innovation
  • (00:27:47) - What Problem Is the Venture Builder Model Solving?
  • (00:32:09) - Does a Corporation Have Any Advantage For Startups?
  • (00:35:30) - When is a startup ready to Scale?
  • (00:37:26) - Inventing the Future on Infinite Future
  • (00:41:15) - In Infinite Future: The Quest for a Sustainable Future
  • (00:42:20) - What Ethics of AI-
  • (00:46:44) - Are we OverOptimizing Our Companies?
  • (00:49:05) - What's the Uncomfortable Truth About Scale
  • (00:50:29) - Is Optimism a Necessary Trait for an Entrepreneur
  • (00:51:39) - Elliot Parker on the Illusion of Innovation
  • (00:54:24) - Infinite Future: The Future of Tech
]]> false In this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with Elliot Parker, CEO of Alloy Partners, founder of High Alpha Innovation, and author of The Illusion of Innovation. Together, they explore why so many organizations mistake optimization for innovation and how companies can build systems that create real, lasting breakthroughs.

Elliot shares insights from decades of work with startups, corporations, and innovation ecosystems, explaining how large organizations often become trapped by efficiency-driven thinking that limits transformative growth. The conversation examines the rise of AI, the dangers of “innovation theater,” and the critical differences between incremental improvement and market-creating innovation.

]]> 00:55:05 <![CDATA[Infinite Future (Aired 05-22-26) What’s Real in Mobility and Autonomy? Separating Innovation from Hype]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 21:15:08 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/70486/episode/2476700 https://infinite-future-audio.castos.com/episodes/infinite-future-aired-05-22-26-alex-roy-on-autonomous-driving-ai-and-the-future-of-human-mobilit On this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with renowned mobility expert, investor, and automotive pioneer Alex Roy to explore the realities behind autonomous driving, emerging transportation technologies, and the future of human mobility. Drawing from his unique career spanning venture capital, media, autonomous vehicles, and record-breaking cross-country driving achievements, Roy offers a candid perspective on how innovation succeeds when hype gives way to disciplined systems thinking and real-world execution.

The conversation examines the lessons Roy learned from setting modern Cannonball Run records, the parallels between startup building and high-risk problem solving, and the importance of risk analysis, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence. Roy also shares the story behind his groundbreaking autonomous New York-to-Los Angeles Cannonball run using Tesla Full Self-Driving technology, providing an inside look at the challenges and opportunities of advanced vehicle automation.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - In Infinite Future: Alex Roy on The Drive
  • (00:01:46) - In the Elevator With Deep Tech VCs
  • (00:04:13) - In the Elevator With Elon Musk
  • (00:06:40) - What Did The Cannonball Era Teach Us About Driving
  • (00:11:53) - Intelligent Future
  • (00:13:09) - Tesla's Full Self-Driving Cannonball Run
  • (00:18:57) - Tesla's Autonomous Driving Challenges
  • (00:27:10) - Intelligent Future
  • (00:27:58) - Infinite Future: Driverless Cars
  • (00:38:03) - Intelligent Future
  • (00:39:07) - The Human Driving Association
  • (00:48:44) - Autonocast
]]> false On this episode of Infinite Future, host Todd Thomas sits down with renowned mobility expert, investor, and automotive pioneer Alex Roy to explore the realities behind autonomous driving, emerging transportation technologies, and the future of human mobility. Drawing from his unique career spanning venture capital, media, autonomous vehicles, and record-breaking cross-country driving achievements, Roy offers a candid perspective on how innovation succeeds when hype gives way to disciplined systems thinking and real-world execution.

The conversation examines the lessons Roy learned from setting modern Cannonball Run records, the parallels between startup building and high-risk problem solving, and the importance of risk analysis, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence. Roy also shares the story behind his groundbreaking autonomous New York-to-Los Angeles Cannonball run using Tesla Full Self-Driving technology, providing an inside look at the challenges and opportunities of advanced vehicle automation.

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